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Creative Studio: Alternative Arts Education

Creative Studio provides a specialised arts programme for young people who don’t fit into traditional educational settings and need extra support. Our team works with young people facing challenges such as mental health difficulties, autism, and other complex needs. This alternative education scheme is funded by schools and local authorities.

UKPRN Number: 10043249

Creative Opportunities

Students take part in hands-on creative activities designed to build skills, confidence, and personal development, including:

  • Painting & Drawing: Guided sessions to create original artwork

  • Animation: Stop motion and digital animation projects

  • Music: Beat-making, rap, instrument lessons, and band collaboration

  • Video Production: Music videos and short films

  • Upcycling: Transforming materials into art or functional items

  • Sculpture: Supported projects using diverse materials

  • Cooking: Preparing healthy meals and contributing to our Arts Café, learning valuable skills and potential income opportunities

[…] 1. Meet young person. 2. Creating relationship and devoloping creative interests. 3. Identify short term goals and experiment with different art forms. 4. work towards goals. 5. Monitor progress and developments 6. Identify and agree future projects, progression and whats next? 7. Potential involement in other Soft Touch Arts projects 7. obtained qualification or ready to return to mainstream education.

Accreditation with Arts Award

Students can earn formal recognition through the Arts Award program, available from Level 1 Bronze to Level 3 Gold. The awards build confidence, encourage cultural participation, and prepare students for further education or employment.

Benefits for Schools and Students

Participation in Creative Studio offers:

  • Boosted Engagement: Motivates students and sparks interest in new skills

  • Improved Behaviour & Focus: Creative activities help students concentrate and participate positively

  • Enhanced Social Skills & Confidence: Fosters resilience and teamwork

  • Progression Opportunities: Opens doors to further projects and community involvement

  • Mental Health Support: Creative engagement can improve wellbeing

  • Pathways to the Future: Helps re-engage students with education and potential careers in the arts

What Schools and Parents Say

Schools and parents report noticeable improvements in behaviour, engagement, and confidence. One parent said:

“Lauren wasn’t too keen on photography at first, but she’s been proudly showing us her work at home. It’s brilliant. Thank you so much!”

Get Involved!

To enrol students or find out more:

UKPRN: 10043249